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Presidential Election Insights

Vice President Kamala Harris’s unexpected rise to become the Democratic presidential nominee has transformed the 2024 presidential race into one of the most unpredictable in recent history. With Election Day less than a week away, polls show Harris and former President Donald Trump running neck-and-neck in key swing states.

As this unprecedented race nears its end, IPR researchers shed light on its unique dynamics—including the effects of polarization in the media, Trump’s motivated voter base, the impact of events on the campaign trail, leader competency, female and minority candidates, and social media’s influence on campaigns.

Events

IPR Panel: The 2024 Election and Threats to Democracy

Join us in person or virtually on Nov. 11 for a discussion on the growing challenges to U.S. democracy. Social psychologist Eli Finkel, political scientist Chloe Thurston, and communications and policy scholar Erik Nisbet will discuss their latest research on the forces threatening democracy—from strident political polarization to the dire threat of misinformation. Political scientist Laurel Harbridge-Yong will moderate.

This is a hybrid event. Please register at one of the links below. In-person seating capacity is limited. 

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Research News

How Do Voters Think About Electability?

Research by IPR political scientist Laurel Harbridge-Yong shows how Republicans and Democrats use different factors to decide which candidates have the best chance of winning general elections.


Getting Out the Student Vote


By participating in the 2024 election, young voters, who often vote at lower rates than older Americans, could bring a "tidal wave of change," IPR associate Erik Nisbet told Northwestern Now. 

Faculty Insights

 
"If you hear something that doesn't seem to make sense [about the election], it is okay to reach out to your election officials and ask questions."
Working Papers

Our monthly working paper newsletter highlights the newest additions from our faculty experts, but you can always view all of IPR’s working papers on our website. Sign up to receive notification of our newest working papers here.
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